21 courses with the subject CRM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CRM 131Introduction to Criminal Justice3.00
This course is designed to introduce students to the criminal justice system in America. It provides a comprehensive survey of current theories and practices in the field of criminal justice. Included in the course is a study of the principal functions of law enforcement agencies, courts, and correctional institutions, as well as a survey of criminology theory.
An analysis of current issues in criminal justice with an emphasis on opposing viewpoints. Students learn to understand and evaluate the debates surrounding issues and how they relate to race, economics, politics, morality, and ethics. Students are encouraged to develop and express an educated opinion on the topics explored. (Offered Every Year).
CRM 231Foundations of the Intelligence Community3.00
This course provides a foundation, basic knowledge and understanding of the elements of the intelligence community. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding and theoretical overview of the history of intelligence, legal and regulatory issues related to intelligence, and sources of information from which intelligence is derived. This course will also employ the creative, analytical, and critical thinking skills needed to assess best practices used by intelligence professionals.
This course is an examination of the relationships between ethics, crime and justice in American society. The course will focus on ethical responsibilities and limitations in the criminal justice system, the role law enforcement, agencies, courts, punishment and correctional agencies. Offered Alternate Semesters.
An analysis of the antisocial behavior of youth with emphasis on causes, consequences, and prevention efforts. Contemporary issues of juvenile adjudication and treatment are also addressed.
Critical exploration of police personnel and practice in the context of communities served by police. Emphasis is placed on community policing as a model for modern law enforcement. Prerequisite: CRIM 131. (Offered Every Year).
This course offers a foundation for understanding the events of September 11th and their aftermath. Further, this course will challenge students to think critically not only about the harrowing events of the recent past, but also their historical roots. The focus will be on research, investigations, intelligence threats, and policy making that has produced a new understanding about the threat of terrorism and the changing and dangerous nature of the national and international security environment.
This course exposes students, through lectures and hands-on experiences, to the techniques and application of criminal investigative procedures. Students are introduced to all types of criminal investigation including child abuse, crime scene, and white-collar crime.
Course will examine institutional corrections including prisons and penitentiaries, including the history of penology, punishment and corrections in this country, the structure, functions, and operation of institutions. Prisoners, prison life, and prisonization (imprisonment) are also discussed. Issues, challenges, and trends in institutional corrections will be examined. Offered Alternate Semesters.
CRM 336Community-Based Corrections and Re-Entry Programs3.00
This course will be an examination of the structure, functions and effectiveness of community corrections programs including probation, parole, and reentry programs. This course will also examine deinstitutionalization improvement, community-based treatment centers, community service agencies, work release programs, and current trends, issues and challenges in community corrections. Offered Alternate Semesters. 106
f This course is a survey of Homeland Security. It will examine natural and technological hazards, including terrorism, which may be a threat to the United States and its territories. Attention will be on events that shape public policy and the various government organizations responsible for Homeland Security. The course will also examine the role of intelligence in mitigating and responding to security threats.
CRM 430Administration of Criminal Justice Organizations3.00
The course will examine public administration of theories, practice, and principles in the areas of law enforcement, courts, and correctional agencies. Course content varies and is designed to meet current needs and interests in the rapidly changing field of criminal justice administration.
An introduction to the techniques and methods of scientific inquiry. This course must be completed with a grade of C or better before enrolling in CRIM 490. (Spring Semester Only) Prerequisite: CRIM 131 and nine credit hours of Criminology or the consent of instructor. Offered Alternate Semesters.
An intensive study of research procedures with special emphasis on qualitative research and preparation for the Senior Investigative Paper. Offered Alternate Semesters.
This course is designed to acquaint students with the legal, social, and health issues associated with illicit drug use in the United States. The course covers the history, regulation, pharmacology, and the law enforcement and interdiction strategies used both domestically and internationally.
The course focuses on how constitutional procedures govern the behavior of law enforcement in a democratic society. Emphasis is placed on the professional application of procedural law and the elements of substantive criminal law.
Through placement in a criminal justice agency or social service agency, students put into practice the concepts, methods, and theories learned in coursework. Students work 120 hours at an agency during a
This course is an in-depth examination of American jurisprudence, including the history, evolution, and structure of the American crimina courts system. Trends in American court systems, such as domestic violence and Drug Courts, will be addressed. This course will also examine the issues and challenges in the criminal court process. Offered Alternate Semesters.
